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[center][h2]Mako Kurohiko, Exiled Warrior|Fairy Eatery[/h2][/center]
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Mako nodded and remained silent until the pair was done and then spoke. [color=DarkOrange]"I did not intend to insult, but I've learned in my travels that sometimes being forward with what you have to say is better than sugar coating it. Many people have come to thank me for my upfrontness when a sugar coating could have had...unfortunate consequences. As for your father, Alan, give it time. It may not be until the day he lies on his death bed, but his scars will heal, just as yours will."[/color] He looked at a clock and realized the time with a sigh. [color=DarkOrange]"It seems I am going to need to go soon if I'm to catch Jamie before visiting Jack Goran of Dragon Fang. If you wish to stay and eat a while longer, feel free. I'll inform the cashier on my way out."[/color]
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"Yeah, well, there's being forward and then there's being a jerk...just something to keep in mind so the people you try to help don't get the wrong impression..." Aura finally relented and sighed, "But at the same time, I can see where you're coming from too, I suppose..." 

Alan, at hearing Mako's words, also took note of the time. He stood up from the table, "Well, thank you for the meal and the information, Mako. We'll make sure to put it to good use," Although his facial expressions didn't show it directly, his posture suggested he felt a bit less burdened now that someone else knew his story. He scooped up his knapsack, "If you're heading off to meet Jaime, we'll head in that direction too," He managed a small smile, "At least this way you'll have some company for a bit longer. You coming, Aura?"

"Yeah, yeah.." Aura grabbed the remaining pastries off her tray and climbed into his knapsack, "Some fuel for the road." She giggled, causing his smile to brighten a little.